Government Archive July 2022

The expanded schedule across international and domestic operations includes more international flights, and streamlined connections between international gateways and popular tourism destinations.

Solomon Airlines Announces Major Schedule Expansion to Support Tourism Recovery

Following the reopening of Solomon Islands international border, Solomon Airlines has announced a major schedule expansion effective from October 2022.
The awareness presentation provided by the FMIS project team enabled officers to learn how the SIG’s new payment system operates and at the same time better their knowledge in preparation ahead of the series of hands-on training that will be facilitated by MoFT FMIS project team in the coming days.

MRD Finance Officers Receive Awareness on New SIG Payment System

Finance and Accounts officers of the Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) went through an awareness session facilitated by the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MoFT) project team on the government new Financial Management Information System (FMIS), Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
On a daily basis, huge number of people congregate in and around the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, labor, and Immigration (MCILI) compound.

Growing Demand for Passport Lead to Over Crowding at Immigration Office

As Solomon Islands continue to send increasing numbers of Seasonal workers to Australia and New Zealand through the Labour Mobility Unit (LMU) program, the demand for passport has also tremendously grown since the end of the year 2021.
The World Bank Country Director, Mr. Stephen Ndegwa and Prime Minister Sogavare discussed World bank IDA20 priorities and World Bank’s commitment to the Tina River Hydropower Development Project.

World Bank Country Director Pays Courtesy Call to Prime Minister

Papua New Guinea and Pacific Islands World Bank Country Director, Mr. Stephen Ndegwa has paid a courtesy call to the Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare.
The new Roadmap provides the technical pathway and implementation framework to reach 100% renewable energy by 2030 and would involve a major reform in the energy sector to create an enabling environment for participation of independent power producers (IPPs) to achieve the target.

Renewable Energy Roadmap Launched

Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has launched the Solomon Islands Renewable Energy Roadmap – announcing major reforms in the energy sector in the areas of policy, legislation, regulation, institutional, financial and management arrangements.
Ms. Regatule served the Solomon Islands Government for a total of 40yrs since 1979. Female

Female Appointed as Commissioner to Leadership Code Commission

A retired long-time female civil servant was appointed as one of the Commissioners to the Leadership Code Commission (LCC).
The 9 Guadalcanal Provincial School teachers and the High-Performance Talent Pathways department staff.

Guadalcanal Schools Confirm for Talent Identification

The Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS) has reached a partnership with the Guadalcanal Provincial education authority to roll out the High-Performance Talent Identification program.
Illegal weapons that were handed in by former militants at the height of the ethnic tensions.

Former Militant Issues to be Addressed Systematically

The DCGA Government is concerned and sees it irresponsible and immoral the way the Opposition Leader is asserting in the media that the Government is going to dish out $300,000.00 as payment to former militants.
The theme for this year’s celebrations was “Together we promote Good Governance, Cooperation and Partnership to move forward in Development.”

RenBel Province Commemorates Second Appointed Day

Rennell-Bellona Province has commemorated its 29th Second Appointed Day with celebrations at ‘Alava Community in Bellona Wednesday 20th July 2022.
Eligible Voters for the Vavaea Ward have been encouraged to vote.

Honiara City Council Vavaea Ward Goes to Polls

Honiara City Council By-Election for Vavaea Ward voters are going to Polls at 7am and will close at 5 pm.
The training are for Presiding Officers, Polling Assistants, Queue Controllers and Polling agents for the 12 polling stations within the ward.

Training Conducted for Vavaea Ward Election Officers

A two (2) day Training for officials for the Vavaea Ward (5) By Election in Central Honiara, commenced yesterday at the Multi Purpose Hall.
To avoid similar unrest, RSIPF is discouraging citizens from joining illegal protests and encouraging all citizens to show respect for one another and remain peaceful.

Don't Engage in Illegal Gatherings and Protests: RSIPF

As Parliament adjourns for 25 July 2022 the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and members of the Solomons’ International Assistance Force (SIAF) appeal to the Solomon Islands community to peacefully and lawfully engage in the democratic process.
Permanent Secretary of MRD Dr. Samson Viulu and a tour guide check one of the houses fully funded by CDF at Nyialo village.

CDF Continue to Transform Rural Constituents Living Standards in Pele

The Constituency Development Fund (CDF) programme of the national government administered by the Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) is continuing to transform living standards in Temotu Pele Constituency in Temotu as constituents benefit from the CDF by owning permanent dwelling homes.
“A head count was conducted and revealed that 27 passengers were missing and only six dead bodies were found during the tragic incident.”

Police Charge Captain of MV Taimareho 1 with 27 Counts of Manslaughter

Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at the National Investigation Department (NCID) have charged the captain of MV Taimareho 1 with 27 counts of Manslaughter on 13 July 2022.
Hosted on the Theme “Promoting Health and Fitness in Solomon Islands, the Championship drew competitors from Honiara and Malaita Province with the aim to identify potential athletes for the national body building squad for the 2023 Pacific Games.

National Body Building Championship Applauded

Deputy Prime Minister Manasseh Maelanga has applauded the Solomon Islands National Body Building Federation (SINBBF) for hosting a successful National Body Building Championship over the weekend.
(L – R) Mr. Michael Ho’ota DS Technical, MAL; Mr Martin Jaiki, Director Supervising Research, MAL; Dr Gregory Jilini, Deputy Secretary Health Care and Supervising PS, MHMS and Dr Yogesh Choudhri, Senior Health Advisor receiving the items last week.

Indian Government Appreciated for Donation of Medicines and Seeds

Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock utters its great appreciation to the government of India for providing over 2 million worth of medication and agricultural seeds.
The Ministry of Health mission team and Wagina nurse, Ms. Beverly Sai.

MHMS Addressing Lack of Medical Service in Wagina

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has taken concrete steps to establish an improved health facility in Wagina, a Gilbertese settlement in South Choiseul.
This year's Independence theme is “Iumi Tugeda for a Stronger and Peaceful Solomon Islands” and will be kept low key.

Low Key Celebrations for 44th Anniversary

The Solomon Islands Government will celebrate the 44th Independence Anniversary this year with a thanksgiving church service as part of the low key celebrations.
“We are a nation of islands. The ocean defines who we are as people and nation. It is a key pillar of our development and the foundation of our future..."

Communities First For Ocean Governance

The Solomon Islands have worked to ensure communities are on the frontlines of ocean governance by taking great strides toward Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water.

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